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Sara Evans' Missouri Dirt Cake Recipe

"I grew up on a farm in Missouri," says singer-songwriter Sara Evans. "I'm one of seven kids. So, Missouri dirt cake is one of the desserts that we requested a lot. Easy to make, it's just a few steps, and it makes a huge batch." This simple Southern recipe is the perfect finish to a potluck. With only 6 ingredients, Missouri Dirt Cake is a favorite among kids and adults alike – and the only thing you'll need to plan for is the chill time before serving.

Ingredients

1 (8-oz.) package cream cheese, softened

1 (8-oz.) carton frozen whipped topping, thawed

1 (5.1-oz. box) instant vanilla pudding

2 cups milk

1/3 cup powdered sugar

1 (14.3-oz. package) chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed and divided

How to Make It

Step 1

Whisk together cream cheese and whipped topping in a large bowl.

Step 2

Prepare pudding using two cups of milk. Fold pudding and powdered sugar into cream cheese mixture.